STOVE, cast iron, no 60, Kockums Kallinge.

Height 78 cm. Ø 38 cm.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, cast iron stoves became very popular in Europe and North America. They were widely used for heating homes and for cooking, and their robust construction made them long-lasting and durable. The design and ornamentation of the stoves also became increasingly decorative and followed the fashion and aesthetics of the time.

Kockums Jernverk was a well-known Swedish industrial company that was active in various fields, including the manufacture of cast iron stoves. The company was founded by Wilhelm Kockum in 1823 in Malmö and came to play a significant role in Swedish industrial history.

Kockum's production of cast iron stoves began in the 19th century and continued until the 1960s. Stoves were an important product for the company and their manufacture was based on the casting of high-quality cast iron. The stoves were known for their durability and good heat retention, and they became popular both in Sweden and internationally.